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c-j buffs: MV-55 vs. Premier 11a
I had posted a similar thread a while agohttp://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?aamps&1035511228&read&keyw&zzmv-55 I don't have a personal experience with the 11s, but from what I read, you will get more power and bass with the 65... 
Philadelphia area audio club?
Hello all,I live in Sprigfield and would love to meet others whom I share this hobby with. Feb 9th? I'd like to attend. 
SS Pre-amp -Tubed Amp. Does it make sense?
I'm running a CJ PF-R SS pre with CJ MV-55 tube amp and the sound is just wonderful. You should try it. 
Help with Martin Logan Quests.
I spoke to a tech support at ML a few months ago regarding this same issue. He told me that there is a "life expectancy" for their ESL panels that range from 8-10 years depending on usage. After that, the above mentioned simptoms are normal. I own... 
First system-any thoughts?
check the tube in the phono section of the CJ, it might have gone bad, or your "ground" circuit is broken somewhere.good lineup for $1000.regardsshahen 
Tube novice here. KT88 or EL34?
My 2 cents... If you decide to go with an EL34 based integrated, you might want to ad Conrad Johnson's CAV-50 on your list (avg. $1300 here on Agon)besy of luckshahen 
2nd amp or one bigger amp?
Thank you all for your input and suggestions. my "budget" is between 900 and 1100 bucks. I figured either I spend 1100 on another MV-55 or sell mine for 1000, put another 800-900 and get the Premier 11. I'm definately sticking with a CJ product, t... 
2nd amp or one bigger amp?
Thank you all for your input and suggestions. my "budget" is between 900 and 1100 bucks. I figured either I spend 1100 on another MV-55 or sell mine for 1000, put another 800-900 and get the Premier 11. I'm definately sticking with a CJ product, t... 
How to extend tubelife in bedroom system?
timer sounds like it's your best option at this point. 
Mixing SS and Tubes
Here is my 2 cents... I'm running a Conrad Johnson PF-R SS preamp with Conrad Johnson MV-55 tube amp and the sound is just beautiful.Shahen 
Downsizing advice
Look into the Conrad Johnson CAV50. You may find one for around $1500 
best used amp pre-amp combo for a grand
I agree with Sugarbrie, The PV10AL is a good place to start. I just saw a CJ/Sonopraphe SA250 on sale here on Agon. That would be a nice combo.Good luck